Ideas for creating a humble manicure

Manicure is a small but integral part of the complete image of every girl. It is widely known that nail design plays a big role in the perception of the whole image and in understanding the overall style. That is why it is so important not to be mistaken with the choice of design, and most importantly - the color palette for nail design.

A catchy and bright manicure will create an image of a bold and daring, and a modest manicure, on the contrary, will provide a pleasant and calm impression. Due to this variability in mood, it is important to be responsible when applying coatings to your nails. Consider the advantages and disadvantages of a modest manicure, the rules for decorating nails at home, as well as fashionable design ideas.

Let's start with the positives.

• Versatility. A pastel manicure will suit everyone, regardless of the general style of clothing, lifestyle and place of work.
• Easy to apply. Despite the fact that when performing a neutral manicure it is possible to apply unusual and original patterns, it is much easier to combine pastel colors than bright and neon colors.
• Durability. Usually, a bright original manicure manages to get bored in just a few days, while a modest nail design will not "catch" the eye, and, therefore, you can wear it longer.

• Diversity. There is an opinion that there are very few options for a discreet manicure, but this is not so.In the case of a skillful combination of shades and application of diverse patterns, even the most neutral manicure can turn into a real work of art.
• A special mood. A manicure made in neutral shades gives even the simplest look a feminine and tender look.
• Multifunctionality. Decorating nails in pastel shades is suitable for both everyday wear and for special occasions.
• For all ages. A bright and flashy nail design is unlikely to suit mature women, but both the youngest and quite adult women can afford a neutral design.

• Lack of accents. Sometimes our image can look pretty boring or monotonous. For example, when there is a strict dress code at work in the office and nail decoration is the only way to express individuality. In this case, neutral design is not your go-to.
• Demanding wear. It is recommended to wear a manicure in light colors rather neatly. Any damage or dirt is highly visible on a light coating.

Before you start applying a new manicure, you need to free your nails from the old one. So, you should carefully remove the outdated coating, make a trim manicure, treat the cuticles, smear your hands with cream or carry out any other (at least minimal) spa procedures for your hands.

Then, before directly applying the varnish, you need to degrease your nails. This can be done with the help of specially designed for this purpose, or using an ordinary nail polish remover. Don't forget to apply the foundation as well.

After these procedures, you can proceed to the direct design. Cover the nails with the varnish of your choice, apply the pattern as desired.

There is a huge variety of options for nail design in a fairly neutral and modest style. Let's take a look at some of them.

This variation is a timeless classic. The base can be a transparent, beige or pink shade, and apply a strip on the tip of the nail with white. Simple and tasteful.

The easiest way to decorate the nail plate. Pick any color from a pastel and neutral palette and cover your nail with it. Modest and neat.

A manicure in pink shades will certainly add femininity and lightness to the overall image. In this option, neat images of flowers can be applied.

Companion of the French manicure. It is suitable for any style of clothing, lifestyle and day (weekday work or holiday).

A win-win combination of shades that will not let your nails look dull, but also will not make the manicure catchy.

Using this method, you will preserve the natural beauty of your nails, giving them very little extra shine.

Stylish and trendy nail design doesn't have to be flashy or flashy. According to your preferences, you can choose more calm and neutral shades that perfectly complement your look, but do not become its central figure.

The advantage is that the application of such a manicure is possible not only in expensive elite beauty salons, but also at home.

For information on how to do a manicure yourself, see the next video.